Amount: Who is Eligible: First-time home buyers Description: If you are eligible for this exemption, you do not have to pay the real property transfer tax on the registration of the deed of conveyance for your principal residence. To be considered a first time home buyer you must meet the following conditions: You have […]
Archives for April 2017
Low Cost Exemption for Real Property Transfer Tax
Amount: Who is Eligible: Property Purchasers Description: If you are eligible for this exemption, you do not have to pay the real property transfer tax on the registration of your deed of conveyance. Steps to Get this Rebate: 1. At the time of registering a deed of conveyance, all purchasers must attached a completed […]
Seniors Safe @ Home Program
Amount: up to $5,000 Who is Eligible: Seniors Description: If you need to make changes to your home in order to improve its accessability to continue living there, you can apply to the Seniors Safe @ Home Program for between $1,000 and $5,000 in assistance to help with the cost. This funding is based […]
Seniors Home Repair Program
Amount: up to $2,000 Who is Eligible: Seniors Description: You may be able to apply for the Seniors Home Repair Program to help with the cost of major structural repairs to your home. You could receive up to 50 per cent to a maximum $2,000 for eligible repairs like a roof, windows and doors, or […]
Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program
Amount: Who is Eligible: Seniors Description: The purpose of this program is to lower the cost of living for eligible seniors by offering to defer payment of property taxes on their principal residence. Steps to Get this Rebate: 1. Complete and return the application form to Taxation and Property Records with a copy of […]